Petro Kleynhans shared their thoughts on Hood 2 Good and wrote: 

“Since he was nine years old, he learned about boxing and fighting. He also learned that he should not be an ‘E fighter’, meaning not to be an emotional fighter. He became best friends with Ben and they grew to be like brothers. They were both from a very poor background and lived in a difficult area in Quindaro. When they were 12, the two boys worked at a suitcase company and on their last day were paid sixty dollars. They walked home and went their separate ways. He walked through an alley and got jumped by five older boys and beaten up very badly. It was a miracle that he survived. Later, a group of his friends, him and Ben identified the older boys, forced them into an alley and took them to Quindaro Park. There they buried them with only their heads above the ground. They were left to die. That was called the ‘Dig’. Very interesting book. Sounds like a typical gangster story. I would like to finish it. Congratulations on BOTD.” 

Reading Petro’s reflection is truly appreciated. It’s powerful to see readers engaging deeply with the intense moments of the story and recognising the harsh realities portrayed within it. I’m grateful for the interest and for the thoughtful recognition of the themes explored in Hood 2 Good.